Writing in his programme notes ahead of the game with Brighton & Hove Albion this week, he said: "I am pleased to report that this week I have been able to get out on the training pitch and do some running.

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And Puncheon paid tribute to the work of the club's medical staff in helping him to get to the stage he is currently at in his recovery.

"I would like to thank Chris Morgan, Ed Richmond, Chris Petrie and all the medical team who have been fantastic to get me back to this stage, and I appreciate all their efforts in helping with my rehabilitation."